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42 - The Oakville Beaver, Friday December 7, 2007 www.oakvillebeaver.com The Art of Giving... At Win Henstock Gallery...come and celebrate this holiday season with the `gift of art' on Saturday, December 8th. From 1:00 ­ 5:00 pm, Win Henstock, and a host of participating artists will greet you with a festive spirit including beverages and fare. Always a place of welcome, the elegant upper and lower gallery will showcase 13 participating artists, many of whom you will meet at this special annual Christmas show. "I feel we have an excellent collection of artists that cover various subject matter," says Win of her gallery. Appealing to a range of creative flavour, "We expose select pieces depicting all forms of art including realism, impressionist, and abstract." Says gallery director, Andrea Thompson, "This is a first for us, exhibiting all our artists in one special event." Included are Gisele Comtois's new works of Newfoundland and Labrador; Joanne Clarke's floral and panoramic views; Art Cunanan's misty rivers and creeks; Jacek Rudnicki's mesmerizing abstracts; and of course, Win Henstock's dramatic still life and colourful landscapes. Unique are Tom Miller's moody fields and subtle flowers; and glorious, are the works of the ever-so-fabulous Helen Lucas. One of Canada's finest painters, Gerry Sevier is showcased, as is the infamous John Joy! Newer to the gallery are Adrian deRooy, Mark Lague, Jae Dougal and Nancy Kembry. Rich in talent and diverse in creativity, their work is a feast for the eyes and the senses. Win Henstock Gallery takes pride in the magnificence of sculpture. The collection features Andrew Benyei, Siggy Puchta, and Perry Nelson. Though not in attendance, of British and European fame, will be the new works of father and son artists John and Bruce Yardley. Montreal abstract artist Marcelle Dube, along with Alexandre Zerbe and Sacha will be displaying their latest amongst this abundance of talent. Imagine, such a wealth of artistic genius located in one magnificent downtown location. With 4100 sq. ft. of encompassing beauty and creativity, it is a gift to oneself to visit The Win Henstock Gallery at any given moment of the year. But such a rare treat, this Christmas, as Win Henstock offers her `Seasons Greetings' by showcasing her full compliment of art 194 Lakeshore Road East Tel. 905.339.2100 and artists together, for you and for Corporate and personal gifts Oakville...and for the `art of giving'. Let us reflect your good taste 209 LAKESHORE ROAD EAST DOWNTOWN OAKVILLE (905)845-2031 www.barringtons.ca Mon - Wed: 9-6 Thurs - Fri: 9-8 Sat: 9-5 Sun: 12-5 GREEN ROOMS The holidays just got greener. Gift Certificates and Gift Baskets available -- custom orders welcome. NOW OPEN! Eco-chic interiors for a healthy home and a healthy world. 1-88 Dunn St. Downtown Oakville 905-337-3373 November 30th to December 23rd (Friday, Saturday & Sunday) Strolling carollers, double decker shuttle bus, festive horse-drawn holiday wagon rides with Santa and world class shopping! www.greenrooms.ca